Lettuce Seeds – Lactuca sativa Vegetable Plant

Lettuce is a cool-season leafy vegetable grown for its tender foliage and compact growth habit. Plants form loose leaf rosettes or dense heads, depending on the variety, and provide continuous leafy growth throughout the growing season. This species is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, containers, and small-space gardens. Lettuce performs best in cool temperatures with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, producing reliable harvests during spring and fall.

Features

• Cool-season leafy vegetable crop
• Produces tender green or colorful leaves
• Available in loose-leaf, romaine, butterhead, and crisphead types
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Adapted to cool growing conditions
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soils
• Provides quick and continuous harvests

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Common Name (US): Lettuce
• Seed Type / Variety: Lactuca sativa
• Growth Habit: Leafy annual vegetable
• USDA Zones: 2-11
• Planting Season: Spring and Fall
• Growing Season: Spring and Fall
• Sowing Season: February-May and August-October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-10 days at 55-75°F (13-24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: 6-18 inches tall, 6-18 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 6-12 inches apart